Lyndhurst Public School District

District Overview
Located at 420 Fern Avenue in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, the Lyndhurst Public School District is a vibrant, fully operational public system serving a large suburban community within the greater New York–Newark–Jersey City metropolitan area. As a traditional public district, Lyndhurst oversees nine operational schools that offer a continuous educational pathway for students from pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Designed to foster academic excellence, character development, and strong community connections, the district provides comprehensive programs tailored to meet the developmental needs of learners at every stage of their primary and secondary education.

During the 2024–2025 school year, the district educates a diverse student body of approximately 2,644 enrolled students. To support this population and maintain high academic standards, Lyndhurst employs a dedicated workforce totaling over 737 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes nearly 386 classroom teachers, over 40 instructional aides, and more than 310 support staff personnel working collaboratively to maintain a safe, enriching, and well-resourced learning environment. Families, prospective residents, and researchers interested in learning more about the district's programs and community initiatives are encouraged to explore their resources online at lyndhurstschools.net.
9
Total Schools
2,644
Total Students
385.8
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Lyndhurst Public School District
Demographic Student Count
White1,172
Hispanic1,178
Black106
Asian101
Two or More81
American Indian3
Pacific Islander3
  • Hispanic
    1,178 (44.6%)
  • White
    1,172 (44.3%)
  • Black
    106 (4.0%)
  • Asian
    101 (3.8%)
  • Two or More
    81 (3.1%)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Lyndhurst Public School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary6
Middle1
High1
Other1
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:9
Students:2,644*
Teachers (FTE):385.8*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.8
Schools in Lyndhurst Public School District
Found 9 Schools